Tamu Smith-Kohls

Tamu Smith-Kohls serves as the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing for California Aeronautical University. She has worked in the aviation industry in various roles for 24 years. As a United States Air Force retired veteran, she has a unique appreciation for the aviation industry. Tamu has served in Information Systems as a Network Administrator, Aerospace Flight Medicine as a Health Services Manager, and Air Force Recruitment and Marketing. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology; a Master’s in Business Administration and is a Certified Neuro Linguistic Practitioner. Her passion is motivating, training, coaching and serving others to reach their best potential.

California Aeronautical University Graduate Finds His True Passion as a Mentor

May 21, 2024October 4, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

RJ CAU Mentor - California Aeronautical Univeristy

Robert (RJ) Rudzitis was in high school when he first caught the aviation bug. He was gifted a discovery flight in a North American SNJ-5 Texan at the Commemorative Air Force in Camarillo, California, and was so enthralled with the experience that he decided he wanted to be a professional pilot. Having researched many colleges …

8 Helicopter Pilot Careers to Consider Upon Graduation

May 21, 2024September 7, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

Helicopter Pilot Careers - California Aeronautical University

Upon graduating from your aviation courses, there are many avenues you may take. Here are 8 common helicopter pilot careers to consider. You have graduated, degree on one hand, helicopter pilots license on the other. But what is next? Well, the hard work is about to pay off. While gaining a qualification as a helicopter …

Partnership Between California Aeronautical University and Sonic Tools Gives Aviation Mechanics of Tomorrow the Tools They Need for Success

May 21, 2024July 1, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

California Aeronautical University (CAU) recently announced a partnership with Sonic Tools that provides aspiring aviation mechanics with the tools needed for them to excel in their future careers. Through the partnership, Sonic Tools will provide students in CAU’s Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program with professional, precision-crafted hand tools to perfect their skills while in school. …

California Aeronautical University Offers New Helicopter Flight Training Program

June 12, 2024June 28, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

Helicopter Flight Training - California Aeronautical University

California Aeronautical University (CAU) is excited to announce a new offering in their catalog of aviation programs. Understanding the need for helicopter pilots, the University will now offer a helicopter emphasis within their aviation degree program at its Flight Center in Ventura County and its Arizona campus at Falcon Field Airport. As an alternative to …

Changing Careers to Work in Aviation: What to Know

May 22, 2024June 16, 2021 Tamu Smith-Kohls

Changing Careers to Become a Pilot or Work in The Aviation Industry - California Aeronautical University CAU

Changing careers to become a pilot or work in aviation gives you an opportunity to make your dreams come true, and when it comes to aviation – the sky is the limit. Tired of your current situation? Are you looking for an exciting career where no two days are ever the same? If so, then …